Citizenship by Investment
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Citizenship by investment for foreign buyers: Everything to know
Citizenship by investment offers a legal route to a new nationality through a qualifying investment. These six facts cover Turkey's programme through property.
- US$400,000Minimum property value
At least US$400,000 or the equivalent in foreign currency, confirmed by a licensed valuation.
Why it matters: The licensed valuation has to confirm the threshold. A local lawyer can check a property's valuation report before you commit.
- Three yearsCommitment to keep it
The land registry records your commitment to keep the property for three years.
Why it matters: The commitment is recorded with the land registry. A local lawyer can explain what it means for selling the property during that time.
- FamilySpouse and children
Your spouse and your minor or dependent children can apply with you.
Why it matters: Invest in Türkiye can confirm which family members can be included and the documents each one needs.
- Several homesOne or more properties
You can reach the threshold across several homes, bought at different times.
Why it matters: A local lawyer can confirm how purchases made at different times add up towards the threshold.
- Off-planPre-sale contracts can count
A notarised promise of sale can qualify with US$400,000 paid upfront under one contract.
Why it matters: The full US$400,000 has to be paid upfront under one contract, so a staged payment plan may not count. A local lawyer can review the contract before a deposit is paid.
- Final decisionPresidential approval
Citizenship is granted by presidential decision, subject to national security and public order.
Why it matters: Meeting the investment conditions does not guarantee citizenship. The final decision rests with the Turkish authorities.
Sources: General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre and Invest in Türkiye.
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Citizenship by investment countries: Where to invest
Turkey and four Caribbean nations offer citizenship through property. Compare their requirements below, and follow the links to read each government's official rules.
| Country | Programme | Minimum property value | Key conditions | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Turkey | Citizenship through real estate | US$400,000 | A completed property must be fully in your name, or an off-plan home needs a notarised promise of sale. The land registry records a three-year commitment. | |
 Dominica | Citizenship by Investment Programme | US$200,000 | The home must be in a government-approved project and held for at least three years after citizenship is granted. Government fees also apply. | |
 Grenada | Citizenship by Investment Programme | US$220,000 | The home must be in an approved project and kept for at least five years after citizenship is granted. Some approved projects require US$350,000, and government fees also apply. | |
 Antigua and Barbuda | Citizenship by Investment Programme | US$300,000 | The home must be in an approved development and cannot be resold for five years. Government fees also apply. | |
 Saint Lucia | Citizenship by Investment Programme | US$300,000 | The home must be in an approved project and kept for at least five years after citizenship is granted. You own the title deed, and administrative fees also apply. |
This table is general information rather than legal or immigration advice.
For the full list of countries offering citizenship by investment, see our FAQs.
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Frequently asked questions
Citizenship by investment: Your questions answered
Clear answers to help you plan your purchase.
What is citizenship by investment?
Citizenship by investment opens a legal path to a new nationality and passport through a qualifying investment, which can be a home you would love to own. A golden visa gives you the right to live in a country, while citizenship by investment can make you one of its citizens.
Which countries offer citizenship by investment through property?
These six countries offer citizenship by investment through property, based on the programmes we have checked against official government sources:
- Turkey
- Dominica
- Grenada
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Saint Lucia
- St Kitts and Nevis
Malta discontinued its programme in 2025.
What is the minimum property investment for Turkish citizenship?
The minimum property investment for Turkish citizenship is US$400,000 or the equivalent in foreign currency. The sale price, your payments, and the official valuation must each reach that amount. The property must be a registered independent unit or a building with a use permit, so agricultural and undeveloped land do not qualify.
Can I buy more than one property for Turkish citizenship?
Yes, you can reach US$400,000 across several properties in Turkey, and you can buy them at different times. Each one must be fully in your name, because shared ownership does not qualify.
Does off-plan property count towards Turkish citizenship?
Yes, off-plan property can count towards Turkish citizenship through a notarised promise of sale. At least US$400,000 must be paid in advance under a single contract, and the land registry records a three-year commitment against the property.
Can my family be included in my Turkish citizenship application?
Yes, your spouse and your minor or dependent children can acquire Turkish citizenship when they apply together with you.
When can I sell the property?
The answer depends on the country, because each programme sets its own holding period:
- Turkey: You can ask the land registry to remove your commitment after three years. If you qualified through a promise of sale, the sale must complete first.
- Dominica: You can resell three years after citizenship is granted. The home must be held for five years if your buyer will also use it to apply for citizenship.
- Grenada: You must keep the home for at least five years after citizenship is granted.
- Antigua and Barbuda: You can resell five years after purchase, or sooner if you are buying another approved property there.
- Saint Lucia: You must keep the home for at least five years after citizenship is granted.
- St Kitts and Nevis: You can resell a home in an approved development after seven years.
Does buying a listed property guarantee citizenship?
A purchase is the main step rather than a guarantee. In Turkey, a property worth at least US$400,000 meets the investment requirement, and the land registry then checks your valuation and payment records before issuing a Certificate of Conformity for your application. The final decision rests with the President of Türkiye, subject to national security and public order.
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